China's tourism recovery to Canada is progressing, with spending showing the largest YoY growth in 2024 and expected to reach 2019 levels by 2026. China is projected to become a top international market, with full visitor volume recovery by 2027. In 2026, Canada anticipates 653,400 Chinese visitors and $2.6 billion in spending. Key segments include "Refined Globetrotters" (seeking luxury and unique experiences) and "Outdoor Explorers" (seeking adventure and nature).

The Canadian Tourism Data Collective's September 2024 release enhances its centralized platform with a new Knowledge Centre, improved data filtering, and French content. It updates the Tourism Outlook, introduces City Estimates CSV for Lodging Aligned Spend Reporting (LASR) with future predictive analytics, and launches the Global Traveller Research Program (GTRP). A preview of the Wealth & Wellbeing Index's Employment page is also included, alongside ongoing maintenance for Tourism Performance Indicators.

Destination Canada's Wealth & Wellbeing Index is a new, comprehensive tool measuring tourism's value beyond economic metrics. It assesses economic, social, and environmental impacts to ensure tourism benefits Canada and enriches guests. The index tracks progress across six key pillars: Economy, Employment, Enablement, Environment, Engagement, and Experience, using over 100 indicators for sustainable development.

Despite economic challenges, Canada anticipates strong growth from Japan in 2025, with spending projected to rise 32.2% and visitor numbers by 19.6%. However, visits are not expected to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2030. Key segments for Canada are "Refined Globetrotters" and "Outdoor Explorers," who are interested in cultural experiences, nature, and guided tours. The industry aims to reinforce Canada's welcoming image.

Mexico is a crucial market for Canada, showing rapid post-pandemic recovery (113% of 2019 visits in 2023). However, a 2024 visa requirement caused a 28% decline in visits. Spending is projected to remain strong (111% of 2019 levels by 2025), but visits won't fully recover until 2028. Key target segments are "Refined Globetrotters" and "Outdoor Explorers." Canada needs to reinforce its "open and friendly" image to maintain resilience.

South Korea is vital for Canada's tourism recovery. Spending is projected to reach 2019 levels by 2026 ($478M from 205K visitors), with visitation recovering by 2030. Key segments include "Refined Globetrotters" (seeking luxury, high spend) and "Outdoor Explorers" (adventure-focused). Popular regions are BC, ON, QC. Travel agents are frequently used for booking and research.

The US is Canada's largest tourism market, with spending exceeding 2019 levels in 2023 and visitor volumes expected to fully recover by 2025. Projections show spending reaching 139% of 2019 levels by 2025, and 16 million US visitors by 2026, generating $16.7 billion. Canada targets three key US segments: Refined Globetrotters, Outdoor Explorers, and Culture Seekers, aligning with its diverse product offerings.

Canada's Q2 2024 tourism revenues hit 114% of pre-pandemic levels, driven by domestic spend (123%). International visitation recovered to 92% of 2019 levels, though new Mexico visa rules slowed growth. Canada remains a favored destination for travelers from the US, UK, France, Germany, and Mexico. International flight capacity surpassed 2019 levels, and tourism employment and active businesses are nearing pre-pandemic figures.

Canada's Q3 2024 tourism revenue hit $40.5B (108% of 2019), largely due to domestic spending (112%). International revenue (96%) and visitation (88% YTD) lagged, with recovery slowing. Despite this, Canada remains a top destination. Tourism unemployment is 5.1%, but 83,600 jobs are unfilled. Active businesses are at 100.1% of pre-pandemic levels, and international air connectivity has surpassed 2019 levels.

Canada's Q4 2024 tourism revenue hit $27.3B, 124% of pre-pandemic levels, with both domestic and international spend surpassing 2019. International visitation recovered to 90% of 2019 levels (19.9M visitors), though the pace slowed in H2. Canada is a top recommended destination globally. Tourism employment and active businesses are near or above pre-pandemic levels, with hotel occupancy at 61%.